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HWC 593H

1970 Austin Healey

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

78,084 mi
Last recorded78,084 miles
Recorded on19 May 2022
Typical for 1970 Austin Healey24,738 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWC 593H
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2022 78,084 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded next to fuel tank ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both front s/arms & associated components covered in grease

underbody covered in grease

Pass 19 May 2021 78,001 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded near tank ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both front s/ arms & associated components covered in grease

Fail 18 May 2021 78,000 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded near tank ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both front s/ arms & associated components covered in grease

Pass 8 Sep 2017 77,672 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 77,620 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 77,583 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 77,460 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 77,172 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 76,808 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 76,469 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 75,924 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 75,401 miles

osf lower trunion

Pass 19 May 2007 74,657 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2006 74,564 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Healey?

Based on 11,605 MOT tests across 1,365 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
346
Miles/Year
73
Year Lifespan
1,365
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 196
brake binding 162
Stop lamp not working 159
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 149
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 124
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HWC 593H is a 1970 Austin Healey in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1970 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 24,738 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Healey fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 196 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HWC 593H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Healey typically stays on UK roads for around 73 years. At 56 years old, this Austin Healey is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HWC 593H registered?

HWC 593H is a 1970 Austin Healey, first registered on 15 May 1970.

Is HWC 593H safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWC 593H shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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